- Type Learning
- Level Advanced
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Advanced Pressure Diagnostics
Issued by
Santa Fe Community College
Earners of the Advanced Pressure Diagnostics badge have proven to have advanced knowledge of whole house pressure systems including duct pressurization, depressurization, total duct system leakage (including to the outside), zone pressure diagnostics and tools. In addition APD reviews the implications for weatherization assessments and quality control required for Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors. This is a 16 hour class.
- Type Learning
- Level Advanced
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Construction
- Construction Math
- Duct Testing
- Energy Efficiency
- Healthy & Safety
- Home Performance
- Insulation Installation
- Retrofits
- Standard Work Specifications
- Weatherization
Earning Criteria
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Assemble & configure duct testing components.
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Configure a total duct leakage test to pressurize & depressurize a duct system.
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Complete a duct test, in conjunction with a blower door, to calculate CFM duct leakage to the outside.
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Discuss when zone pressure diagnostics justify the added costs to perform the tests.
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Conduct quality control assessments on field test results.